It may already feel like winter where you live, but today is the official start to the season. Visit this family-friendly site to learn about the winter solstice, including its history and traditions. There also are ideas on how to beat the winter blues.

Number to Know

70: Percent of winter-storm deaths that happen in automobiles, according to www.erh.noaa.gov. So be safe this winter and try to stay off the roads during storms.